The countdown is on until Strictly Come Dancing rumbas back into our living rooms.

To celebrate Strictly 2019, the BBC have released an energetic, colourful and flamboyant trailer – which announced its start date as Saturday, September 7.

In only 15 days’ time, we could be watching Kevin from Grimsby jive, cha-cha, and quickstep his way towards another Glitterball Trophy as the series' famous launch show kicks things off.

Come on Kevin - we’re all rooting for you!

This year’s wacky trailer sees Strictly’s professional dancers twist and turn their way into a misshaped group shot, wearing floral, bright, or mix-matched outfits.

In case you missed it, here’s Strictly 2019’s celebrity line-up:

Anneka Rice

Anneka Rice is an award-winning broadcaster.

Anneka said: “I haven’t danced since I was 7 and Miss Beer sent me home from my ballet class because I was hopelessly uncoordinated.

“My family and friends haven’t seen me dance since, not at a wedding or round a handbag so it’s going to be a challenge for my partner. In fact I’ve asked for two, one on each side. I can’t see myself in a long frilly dress either.

“But I’m feeling recklessly excited. Strictly has always been my Autumn’s entertainment and now I’m part of it! My children will probably leave the country”

Anneka Rice shot to fame in this country as the Sky-Runner in Channel 4’s “Treasure Hunt”.

She also presented Sporting Chance, TVAM, Driving Force, Wish You Were Here, Capital Woman, Combat, Holiday, Hell’s Kitchen, The Royal Variety Performance and numerous other shows.

She went on to devise the award-winning “Challenge Anneka” for BBC One, shining a spotlight on issues like disability, homelessness and animal welfare and has raised millions of pounds worth of supplies and services for charities and communities.

Her radio work includes the Radio 2 Saturday Breakfast Show which she presented for six years; Pick of the Week, Friday Night is Music Night, The Arts Show, Sunday Love Songs, Loose Ends, and the award-winning podcast Fortunately.

She is a Patron of Operation Encompass, Help for Heroes and Horatio’s Garden.

James Cracknell

James Cracknell OBE, is a former rowing World Champion.

James said, “I’m really looking forward to being a part of Strictly this year. Having spent so many years mucking around in a rowing boat with big men in tight lycra, it’s time I learned a new skill. I need to apologise to my kids in advance for the embarrassment.”

A former rowing World Champion and double Olympic Gold Medallist, James won Olympic Gold in both the 2000 Sydney Games alongside Steve Redgrave & Matthew Pinsent and the 2004 Athens Games.

Since retiring James has carried out dangerous and gruelling challenges including The Race Across the Atlantic, where he and Ben Fogle finished first, and the Yukon Arctic Ultra, cycling over 430 miles in the race across the frozen Alaskan countryside becoming the highest placed Briton ever finishing 12th.

In 2010, James attempted to cross America by cycling, running, rowing and swimming in record time.

It was during this trip that James suffered a near fatal accident after being struck from behind by a truck while cycling through Arizona. After a difficult six-month recovery period, James went to the Canadian Yukon, completing The Coldest Race on Earth.

James is the BBC’s commentator for Rowing, and was heavily involved in the coverage for the Rio Olympics in 2016.

He has more recently become the oldest ever Boat Race champion at 46 as part of Cambridge University’s crew as they rowed to victory at the 165th Boat Race. He has also just finished studying for his Masters in Philosophy from Cambridge University.

Dev Griffin

Dev Griffin is a radio presenter and DJ.

Dev said: “I just can’t believe I’m doing Strictly, it just doesn’t feel real yet! It’s going to be so much fun, but just to be clear, I’m not doing this to take part, I’m totally in it to win it! I can’t wait to meet my partner and start practicing.”

Best known for presenting on BBC Radio 1, Dev began his career in children’s television on BBC Two every Sunday morning as a presenter and DJ to millions of young people. His undeniable popularity led to him hosting his own show on BBC’s 1Xtra and was soon fast tracked to BBC Radio 1.

Dev did a long stint hosting early breakfast, warming the nation up for then host Chris Moyles who was later succeeded by Nick Grimshaw.

He later moved to host the much-coveted Weekend breakfast show before taking over the now hugely popular weekend afternoon shows on Radio 1 from 1-4pm with Alice Levine.

He has also competed on Celebrity MasterChef, getting through to the final, as well as hosting BAFTA TV Awards and most recently appearing on Channel 4’s SAS Who Dares Wins for Stand Up To Cancer.

Alex Scott

Alex Scott is a sports pundit, presenter and former professional footballer.

Alex said: “I am absolutely buzzing to be signed up to Strictly. It’s the show I’ve always wanted to do and I can’t believe I’m finally going to be part of it. I’m super excited, but also terrified at the same time…

“The football pitch is a bit less glam than the ballroom, but I’m ready to try the sequins and dresses! Bring it on!”

The former Arsenal Captain is a well-regarded pundit for BBC and Sky Sports and a regular on BBC’s Match of the Day.

Alex signed with Arsenal aged eight and stayed with the team for most of her career.

Alex helped the club achieve a domestic double of the FA Women’s Cup and the FA Women’s Premier League. She was also a key figure in the historic quadruple season for Arsenal in which they won all their trophy competitions.

Alex then led the team as captain for the 2014/15 season.

While playing for England, Alex travelled the world playing football, also representing Great Britain in the 2016 Olympics in Rio. When she retired in 2017, Alex was the second most capped England player with 140 appearances.

Since her retirement in 2018, Alex has begun a successful broadcasting career.

Alex is a key member of BBC Sport’s football broadcasting team and has become a regular face for Sky Sports football coverage.

Alex made history last August as the first female Sky Pundit on a Sky Sports’ Super Sunday and made waves as a fresh addition to the BBC World Cup Commentary line up.

Jamie Laing

Jamie Laing is a television personality and businessman.

He said: “I am beyond thrilled to be asked to be on Strictly, the only person potentially more thrilled is my mother. I have finally become the son she hoped for!”

Jamie has also appeared on Celebrity Hunted, The Great British Bakeoff and Famous and Fighting Crime.

He has appeared in the award-winning television series ‘Made in Chelsea’ since 2011.

As well as his media presence, Jamie is also a successful businessman, having founded the sweets brand Candy Kittens in 2012.

Will Bayley

Will Bayley is a World Table Tennis Paralympic champion.

Will said: “I’m so proud to be on the show, it’s my family’s favourite show. I have no dance experience at all, but I hope I can do well. I want to inspire people with a disability- that would mean a lot to me. I want to prove to people I can do this.”

In January 2017 Will was awarded an MBE for services for Table Tennis and is currently training to defend his Paralympic title at the Tokyo 2020 games. He recently won Gold at the Japan Open 2019.

Will has suffered from arthrogryposis since birth, a rare condition which affects all four of his limbs.

Will is classified as a Class 7 Paralympic athlete and was one of the stars of London 2012 and Rio 2016 games, winning consecutive silver and gold medals.

Michelle Visage

Michelle Visage is an American singer, television host, radio DJ, and media personality.

Michelle said: “Getting to do Strictly in my favourite place on Earth is an actual DREAM! I’m so excited to show that being 50 doesn’t mean life stops.

“Things may not work like they did when I was 20, but 50 also means ‘FABULOUS!’ There are plenty of women like me out there who still ‘got it” and we still “plan to use it!’ so slap on the sequins, point me to the dance floor and watch me Paso my Doble!”

Michelle is most well-known for being a member of the band Seduction and appearing as a judge on the American reality competition television series RuPaul’s Drag Race since season three and on all seasons of the spin-off show RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars.

Michelle will appear on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, which is set to air on BBC Three this October.

She was also on the fifteenth series of Celebrity Big Brother finishing in fifth place.

Most recently, she has appeared as a judge on the first two seasons of Ireland’s Got Talent.

This year, Michelle made her West End debut as ‘Miss Hedge’ in Everybody’s Talking About Jamie.

Emma Thynn

Viscountess Emma Weymouth said “I absolutely love watching Strictly every weekend and I can’t believe that I’m getting the chance to be on this series.

“I know it will be such an amazing experience from start to finish. I can’t wait for the dancing and the fabulous outfits!”

Following her marriage in 2013 to Ceawlin Thynn, Viscount Weymouth, Emma became the chatelaine of the Longleat Estate in Wiltshire. Emma was born in London in 1986 to a British mother and Nigerian father and was raised in South Kensington where she was head girl at Queen’s Gate School. She later attended University College London where she studied History of Art.

In 2015 Emma launched ‘Emma’s Kitchen’ at Longleat, a space for her to share her love of food and cooking using the backdrop of the original kitchens within Longleat House.

In addition, Emma is a contributing editor for British Vogue, makes regular appearances as a guest chef on James Martin’s Saturday Morning TV show and is a model and ambassador for various brands.

In the area of animal conservation Emma is particularly involved in Longleat’s project to help save the Northern White Rhino and its work with the charity TUSK.

Karim Zeroual

CBBC presenter Karim Zeroual has become the seventh star to be confirmed for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing.

The news was confirmed during the CBBC Summer Social Festival on Saturday. Karim teased that he’s hoping to sport some “flamboyant” costumes during his time on the show.

He said: “To be offered the chance to take part in Strictly is dumbfounding, I’m pinching myself…!”

“I’m so excited to be Strictlified. I want THE LOT. The skimpiest of clothes, the widest of flares, the brightest of colours and the tallest Cuban heel a guy can find! The more flamboyant the better… sequins galore please!!”

Karim joined the CBBC presenting line-up in 2014, presenting directly from CBBC HQ as well as getting involved with other big events, including BBC Young Dancer and Wimbledon Live.

He’s also previously starred in the West End, with roles in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and The Lion King and he’s featured on TV shows including EastEnders, Da Vinci’s Demons and The Sparticle Mystery too, in which he played the role of Sadiq for three seasons between 2011 and 2015.

Mike Bushell

Mike Bushell is a sports presenter.

Mike said: “I am so excited to be joining this year’s Strictly Come Dancing. I’ve heard so many wonderful things from colleagues over the years so thrilled I’m now getting the chance.

“I know I will completely throw myself into the whole experience and I’m sure will love it from start to finish.

“I may have tried and profiled over 500 sports over the years in my Saturday morning BBC Breakfast slot but think the Strictly challenge could be the greatest. Bring on the glitter!”

Mike presents the main sports bulletins of the day on BBC Breakfast, as well as profiling main stream sports events from the Olympics, Paralympics, the Winter games, Football World Cups, Commonwealth Games, and Asian Games, with the top stars, whether it be a game of tennis against Novak Djockovich, or trying to bowl out Alistair Cook, during his Saturday morning slot on Breakfast.

For Comic Relief he also holds the unusual world record for crossing one mile of water in a large inflatable ball in 1 hour 57 seconds.

Catherine Tyldesley

Catherine Tyldesley is an actress, best known for playing Eva Price on the ITV soap opera Coronation Street from 2011 to 2018.

Catherine said: “I’m thrilled to be a part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing. I’m a huge fan of the show.

“It’ll be my biggest challenge to date as I’m not much of a dancer, but I’ve always wanted to learn the skill and the time feels right!

“I’m nervous as hell but super excited to work with such talented professionals.

“Hold onto your jazz shoes... mine is sure to be a bumpy/clumsy/fun ride!”

Recently Catherine also starred in the Channel 5 series 15 Days and has finished filming the new six-part comedy series Scarborough, written by the creator of long-running sitcom Benidorm, coming soon to BBC One.

She also played the lead role of Iris Moss in BBC drama Lilies and has further credits in Holby City, Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, Sorted, Florence Nightingale Red Riding, Shameless and Trollied.

Saffron Barker

Saffron Barker is a social media star with 2.1 million followers on her main YouTube channel and 980,000 on her second channel, which is used as a vlogging platform.

Saffron said: “I am really excited to go on the Strictly journey and am feeling very grateful for the opportunity!

“I’m looking forward to learning all of the dances, finding out who my partner is, getting to wear the costumes and to just experience this once in a lifetime opportunity.”

19-year-old Saffron has over four million followers across her combined social channels and averaging 15 million views a month on her YouTube channels.

In 2017 Saffron’s book ‘Saffron Barker Vs Real Life’ reached number one on the Sunday Times bestsellers list and her popularity has also gained her three successful homeware ranges with Primark.

Saffron is also a supporter of several charities and this year completed the London Landmarks Half Marathon for the Make A Wish foundation.

She also completed her first marathon, the London Marathon, running for Dementia Revolution in memory of her Great Grandad Ted.

Emma Barton

Emma Barton is best known for playing Honey Mitchell in EastEnders.

Emma said: “As possibly one of the biggest Strictly fans on the planet, I still can’t believe this is happening.

“I’m very much a dance around your handbag kinda girl, but now I’ve been given this wonderful opportunity to learn all the different styles of dancing from the very best in the business.

“So, I’m whipping off Honey’s “Minute Mart” tabard & diving right in to all the glitter & sparkle.

“From Albert Square to the Strictly dance floor - I just can’t wait!”

Emma has been part of many memorable storylines including Honey’s weddings and failed marriage to Billy Mitchell.

Honey is currently in a relationship with Adam but with her suspicions growing about his relationship with Habiba, will Honey learn the truth and tell Adam to Waltz off?

As well as many on screen roles, Emma is also an accomplished stage actress with theatre credits including: Roxie Hart in Chicago, Dolly in the National Theatre’s production of One Man Two Guvnors; Vera in Doctor in the House; Lily in Annie; Marty in Grease; Eileen in Over the Moon.

Emma is a proud patron of Down’s Syndrome Association and Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association, and recently ran the London Marathon as one of Dame Barbara Windsor’s ‘Revolutionaries’, in aid of Dementia Revolution.

Chris Ramsey

Chris Ramsey is a critically acclaimed Stand Up Comedian and regular face on TV.

Chris said: “I’m both excited and absolutely terrified to be doing the show. You will not find me on the dance floor at parties, you will find me at the buffet table.

“All night. At my wedding I danced with my wife; that one song took about six months practice, and I definitely stood on her feet a couple of times.

“So I’m looking forward to the possibility of making a fool of myself in front of millions of people… there better be a buffet after the live shows.”

With two series of The Chris Ramsey Show (Comedy Central UK) under his belt, he is also a regular face on other entertainment shows such as Celebrity Juice (ITV2), Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC Two), 8 Out of 10 Cats (Channel 4), The John Bishop Show (BBC) and Live at the Comedy Store (Comedy Central).

He has also appeared on TV hosting Stand Up Central (Comedy Central), and I’m a Celebrity: Extra Camp (ITV2) as well as performing on the Royal Variety Performance (ITV) and Live at the Apollo (BBC1).

In addition to his television work, Chris has also completed sell-out tours across the UK with The Most Dangerous Man on Sat Morning Television, Feeling Lucky, Offermation (nominated for an Edinburgh Comedy Award), All Growed Up.

Chris finished touring the UK last year with his 106 date stand-up tour Chris Ramsay Live 2018: The Just Happy To Get Out of the House Tour.

He’s coming to Grimsby Auditorium on April 1, 2020 (and no, this is not an April Fools) in Chris Ramsey 20/20 – and maybe he’ll be holding the Glitterball Trophy?

David James

David James is a former England No.1 goalkeeper.

He said: “I’m really excited to be on Strictly this year. Not just competing against this year’s stars, but being compared to previous sport stars from previous Strictly seasons. I have some big shoes to fill, #LetsGetLive”

Starting his career at Watford, David went on to play for a number of clubs including Liverpool, where he lifted the League Cup in 1994-95, and Portsmouth, whom he helped to FA Cup success in 2007-08.

He amassed 53 caps for his country over an international career spanning 13 years and was first choice at both Euro 2004 and the 2010 World Cup.

He also holds the Premier League record for the most clean sheets, with 173.

David, who has worked as a football analyst for the BBC & BT Sport, was awarded an MBE in 2012 for services to football and charity, hung up his boots in 2013 after finishing his career at Icelandic club IBV.

Aside from football James has also modelled for Giorgio Armani and H&M as well as being an avid artist, and was the illustrator on the children’s book Harry’s Magic Pockets: The Circus.

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